WELCOME TO THE CITY OF PITTSTON

In the Middle of it all

Pittston is a city in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States, it is situated between Scranton and Wilkes-Barre. The city has a rich history and gained prominence in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as an active anthracite coal mining city, drawing a large portion of its labor force from European immigrants. The city of Pittston is divided into three sections, the Downtown (in the center of the city), the Oregon Section (in the southern end), and the Junction (in the northern end). Pittston is a city filled with friendly, charming independent businesses.

A Note From the Mayor: Playground & Roadways Scheduled for Improvements!

As we enter summer, I am pleased to report that soon new playground equipment and other improvements soon will be installed in Jefferson Park at New and Cornelia Streets. Additionally, the Pennsylvania American Water Company has announced another round of substantial improvements to water infrastructure in the city. New water mains will be installed on Butler, East Oak, Wood, Mill Hill, and East …Read More

PA American Water Company to Install Water Mains and Repave Several City Streets

Pennsylvania American Water Company has announced another round of substantial company investment in the City of Pittston. To improve water service, water mains will be replaced on several city streets and then the roads will be repaved at no cost to the city. The streets to be completed this year are: Market Street, from Vine Street to the city line; East Oak Street from Main Street to Robert…Read More